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Sure Enough
For glazing contractors looking to bond their first job, now may be the time to dive in. The experts say surety bonding requirements are loosening and the market is ready to diversify with small- to medium-sized
companies.
Project Pride
These buildings may be works of art, but beyond their beauty, we’re showing you the brains and brawn it took for glaziers to complete these challenging
projects.
Broken Dreams
More often than not, when mirrors fall, installation comes into question. But why do mirrors fall off the walls so frequently?
Canada High
Find out what the industry’s fenestration suppliers are offering at the Win-door North America 2007 show in Toronto.
Also Inside: The Architects' Guide to Glass
- From the Editor
- Fanning the Flames
The latest information about fire-rated products is here. - Tracking Down Glass Baluster Failure
An investigation of failures in glass balusters in outdoor stadiums turned up interesting results.
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- Go with the Flow
These days, who can afford to ignore a solution for streamlining business and production processes? These computer integrated systems offer new solutions for improving your business.
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- Codes & Regulations
Updated standards have been released to help in the manufacture and installation of glass products. - Financial
Read about some of the latest industry financial news. - Global Update
Get the latest in glass industry news from around the world. - Legislation & Legal
Learn how legislation in Washington could impact you, and read about the latest lawsuit to hit the industry.
ON THE COVER: A custom made piece of equipment helped ease the glass installation on the Woodrow Wilson bridge’s operator tower. For the full story, turn to
page 32.
Photos courtesy of Midwest Curtainwalls Inc.
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